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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a 12-inch round pizza base.
- 8
Add Sauce
Spread 1/2 cup of pizza sauce evenly over each pizza base.
- 9
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over each pizza and top with the pepperoni slices, bell peppers, mushrooms, and olives.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizzas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Final Touch
Remove the pizzas from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.